Pipe Fabricator Day Shift

Location: Port Arthur, TX (relocation or daily commute required; no per diem). Shift: Day shift, four 10‑hour days Monday–Thursday. Pay: $37.90/hour (must pass 2″ Schedule 80 TIG all the way out in 6G).

About the role

Tack together fitting and pipe according to isometric drawings and produce high‑quality welds while gaining the knowledge and experience of a fabricator over a five‑year apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Assemble pipe components by tacking them in place prior to welding.
• Confirm squareness of all joints fit‑up.
• Confirm configuration of all joints fit‑up.
• Confirm pipe joints are aligned properly (taper bore if necessary).
• Confirm pipe spool is built according to isometric drawings (center‑to‑center or center‑to‑end dimensions).
• Verify correct length, material, type, and grade of pipe and fittings prior to tacking.
• Retrieve material and ensure it corresponds with parts list.
• Lift pipe with crane to fit‑up bench.
• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, measurement, and layout.
• Weld joints.
• Grind out temporary tacks.
• Position pieces to be welded.
• Purge pipe to be welded.
• Record filler rod heat numbers.
• Identify own welds by etching a weld number next to the joint.
• Inspect weld after completion and make any corrections if needed.
• Keep work area clean and organized to prevent slips and trips.
• Conduct work safely and follow all safety procedures.
• Reject work that is not safe and discuss the situation with supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to weld 2″ extra‑strong carbon steel pipe in the 6G position (45° fixed jigs) in 3 hours or less, TIG out with all passes being uphill progression.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percent, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply common‑sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Qualifications

• GTAW certified on 2″ Schedule 80 pipe in 6G.
• Team player.
• Attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable and self‑motivated.
• Mechanical ability and likes to work with hands.
• Good work ethics and pride in workmanship.
• Ability to use a construction calculator.
• Willingness to learn.
• Hard worker and physically fit (job can be very physically demanding).

Equipment used

• Hand tools (e.g., hammer, screwdriver)
• Power tools (e.g., saws, welder, drill, grinders)
• Vehicles (e.g., automobile, truck, tractor, lift)

Physical demands

• Standing: Constantly
• Walking: Constantly
• Sitting: Rarely
• Lifting: Frequently
• Carrying: Frequently
• Pushing: Frequently
• Pulling: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Frequently
• Crouching: Occasionally
• Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Constantly
• Handling: Constantly
• Little physical effort (≤10 lbs): Constantly
• Grasping: Constantly
• Light work (≤20 lbs): Constantly
• Feeling: Occasionally
• Medium work (≤50 lbs): Frequently
• Talking: Constantly
• Heavy work (≤100 lbs): Occasionally
• Hearing: Constantly
• Very heavy work (>100 lbs): Rarely
• Repetitive motions: Frequently
• Eye/hand/foot coordination: Constantly

Environmental conditions

• Extreme cold: Rarely
• Extreme heat: Occasionally
• Temperature changes: Occasionally
• Wet: Occasionally
• Humid: Constantly
• Noise: Frequently
• Vibration: Frequently
• Hazards: Constantly
• Atmospheric conditions: Constantly

Personal protective equipment required

• Steel‑toe work boots: Constantly
• Hearing protection: Constantly
• Safety eyeglasses: Constantly
• Welding coat: Rarely
• Respirator: Rarely
• Other PPE (gloves): Constantly

Safety

All TEAM employees are required to follow all of TEAM’s safety policies and procedures for their safety and the safety of others.

Pay

$37.90 per hour (must pass 2″ Schedule 80 TIG all the way out in 6G).

Schedule

Day shift: four 10‑hour days, Monday through Thursday.